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Why Giving Compliments Is Good For Your BrainWhy Giving Compliments Is Good For Your Brain
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Why Giving Compliments Is Good For Your Brain

Why giving compliments is good for your brain. How giving praise improves mental health, increases dopamine and creates stronger bonds than social media likes.

50 Things To Do Instead Of Scrolling On Your Phone50 Things To Do Instead Of Scrolling On Your Phone
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50 Things To Do Instead Of Scrolling On Your Phone

Can’t stop scrolling? Here’s 50 things you can do without your phone.

New Study Finds Human Connection to Nature has Declined by 60%. But Why Is It So Important?New Study Finds Human Connection to Nature has Declined by 60%. But Why Is It So Important?
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New Study Finds Human Connection to Nature has Declined by 60%. But Why Is It So Important?

New study finds that human connection to nature has decreased by 60 percent in the last 200 years. It also warns that the decline may continue in the coming years, if there are no interventions. So why is our connection to the natural world so important?

The Negative Effects of Comparison Culture and How to Avoid itThe Negative Effects of Comparison Culture and How to Avoid it
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The Negative Effects of Comparison Culture and How to Avoid it

Social media fuels comparison culture. How does it harm well-being? And science-backed ways to escape the comparison scroll.

Forest Bathing: The Benefits of WoodlandForest Bathing: The Benefits of Woodland
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Forest Bathing: The Benefits of Woodland

Discover the healing power of forest bathing. Backed by Japanese studies, learn how woodland time can lower stress, boost immunity, and improve wellbeing. Plus simple tips to try it yourself

The Impact of ChatGPT and AI On Our Brains: How To Use It Without Losing ItThe Impact of ChatGPT and AI On Our Brains: How To Use It Without Losing It
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The Impact of ChatGPT and AI On Our Brains: How To Use It Without Losing It

How is AI is changing our brains, from memory loss to creativity shifts and when to use AI and when to rely on your own mind.

What It Actually Feels Like to Go Offline for 3 Days What It Actually Feels Like to Go Offline for 3 Days
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What It Actually Feels Like to Go Offline for 3 Days

What it really feels like to go phone-free for 3 days in an Unplugged cabin. The wobbles, the conversations and the clarity.

Detox Diaries
What Is ‘Slowmaxxing’? And Can It Be A Remedy for Burnout?What Is ‘Slowmaxxing’? And Can It Be A Remedy for Burnout?
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What Is ‘Slowmaxxing’? And Can It Be A Remedy for Burnout?

Slowmaxxing is the art of intentionally slowing down to reduce burnout, boost mental clarity, and feel more present. Backed by science, with 10 easy ways to try it today.

Wearable Tech: Do You Really Need A Device to Tell You to Move?Wearable Tech: Do You Really Need A Device to Tell You to Move?
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Wearable Tech: Do You Really Need A Device to Tell You to Move?

Wearable tech like the Apple Watch and Oura Ring promises better sleep, movement, and recovery, but is all that tracking helping or just adding more noise? We explore the pros, cons, and what our obsession with data really says about modern life.

The World’s Longest Happiness Study Found the #1 Key to Happiness Isn’t SuccessThe World’s Longest Happiness Study Found the #1 Key to Happiness Isn’t Success
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The World’s Longest Happiness Study Found the #1 Key to Happiness Isn’t Success

Harvard’s 80-year Study of Adult Development reveals the biggest predictor of happiness and longevity: quality relationships. Here’s what it means for you.

The 7 Types of Rest: How to Beat Burnout by Resting Properly The 7 Types of Rest: How to Beat Burnout by Resting Properly
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The 7 Types of Rest: How to Beat Burnout by Resting Properly

We all know sleep is important, but it’s not the only type of rest we need. There are 7 types of rest to build into your routine to beat burnout and tiredness

Stress and anxiety
How to Build A Better Routine for Remote and Hybrid WorkingHow to Build A Better Routine for Remote and Hybrid Working
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How to Build A Better Routine for Remote and Hybrid Working

Struggling with remote or hybrid working? 7 simple habits to build a better routine, avoid burnout, and make working from home actually work for you.

Workplace
What Is Social Burnout? 5 Signs And How To Beat ItWhat Is Social Burnout? 5 Signs And How To Beat It
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What Is Social Burnout? 5 Signs And How To Beat It

Social battery at 10%? Discover what social burnout is, common symptoms, and 5 practical ways to recharge your social battery and avoid social jet lag.

Annual Leave Anxiety: Why We Worry When We Log OffAnnual Leave Anxiety: Why We Worry When We Log Off
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Annual Leave Anxiety: Why We Worry When We Log Off

The science behind why we worry when we go offline or take annual leave, and how to calm your brain, overcome worst-case-scenario thinking, and truly rest without guilt.

Workplace
Procrastinator Types: Why You Procrastinate and How To StopProcrastinator Types: Why You Procrastinate and How To Stop
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Procrastinator Types: Why You Procrastinate and How To Stop

88% of us procrastinate daily. Here’s why we do it, the 5 procrastinator types, and what actually helps you stop. With absolutely zero judgement.

The Benefits of Silence: Can 3 Days of Silence Really Rewire Your Brain? The Benefits of Silence: Can 3 Days of Silence Really Rewire Your Brain?
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The Benefits of Silence: Can 3 Days of Silence Really Rewire Your Brain?

A new study has found that just three days of silence can physically and functionally rewire your brain. Silence can grow new brain cells and help you regulate your emotions.

Benefits of Looking at Real Art: Longer Attention Span And Longer LifeBenefits of Looking at Real Art: Longer Attention Span And Longer Life
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Benefits of Looking at Real Art: Longer Attention Span And Longer Life

You might want to get yourself to an art gallery. Engaging with real art can boost your attention span, reduce stress, and even help you live longer.

What is the “Fourth Space”? Why Analogue Wellness is Trending in 2025 What is the “Fourth Space”? Why Analogue Wellness is Trending in 2025
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What is the “Fourth Space”? Why Analogue Wellness is Trending in 2025

Discover the rise of the fourth space, analogue, community-driven places designed for real-world connection. Explore why it's the next big wellness trend for 2025 and how it’s redefining how we gather, rest, and reconnect.

The ‘Perfect Day Formula’: Scientists Discover How to Make a Typical Day a Great Day The ‘Perfect Day Formula’: Scientists Discover How to Make a Typical Day a Great Day
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The ‘Perfect Day Formula’: Scientists Discover How to Make a Typical Day a Great Day

Scientists found the formula for a perfect day and it’s simpler than you think. Here’s how to spend your time to turn a typical day into a great day.

You Can Do Hard Things: One Small Step At A TimeYou Can Do Hard Things: One Small Step At A Time
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You Can Do Hard Things: One Small Step At A Time

Doing hard things isn’t about being fearless. It’s about feeling scared or overwhelmed... and taking a tiny step anyway. Whether that’s putting your trainers on for the first time in months, or starting that side hustle. Just take the first step.